Events
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Jul 28
Moving Beyond Cottage Food
July 28, 2025 – November 3, 2025 Zoom Webinar
Entrepreneurs and cottage food operators can learn basic knowledge to guide them in the right direction for becoming a licensed food operator and Moving Beyond Cottage Foods.
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Aug 14
Michigan Cottage Food Law - August 14, 2025
August 14, 2025 10:00AM – 12:00PM Zoom Webinar
The Michigan Cottage Food Law, Food safety practices related to producing cottage foods and how to start a cottage food business.
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Aug 18
Van Buren DIstrict Library - Preservation Equipment & Freezing
August 18, 2025 5:30PM – 7:00PM Webster Memorial Branch 200 North Phelps Street Decatur MI 49045
Explore home food preservation equipment and recipes, along with how to preserve your fruit and vegetables by through blanching and freezing.
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Aug 24
Bee Palooza
August 24, 2025 1:00PM – 4:00PM MSU Horticulture Gardens, 1066 Bogue St, East Lansing, MI 48824
Bee Palooza is a free event for all ages to “bee our neighbor,” focusing on supporting Michigan pollinators and plants.
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Aug 25
International Master Gardener Conference
August 25, 2025 – August 28, 2025 Online
A four-day celebration of gardening, innovation, and sustainability! Gain insights from experts, explore global gardening practices, and connect with passionate gardeners working to make a difference.
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Aug 25
Michigan Cottage Food Law - August 25, 2025
August 25, 2025 2:00PM – 4:00PM Zoom Webinar
The Michigan Cottage Food Law, Food safety practices related to producing cottage foods and how to start a cottage food business.
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Aug 25
Van Buren DIstrict Library - Water bath Canning Process & Pressure Canning
August 25, 2025 5:30PM – 7:00PM Webster Memorial Branch 200 North Phelps Street Decatur MI 49045
Explore home food preservation basics of water bath and pressure canning.
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Sep 3
2025 Conservation Stewards Program: Washtenaw County
September 3, 2025 – November 12, 2025 Hybrid
The Michigan Conservation Stewards Program is designed for those interested in science-based ecosystem management principles & sharing this knowledge with others.
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Sep 4
2025 Conservation Stewards Program: Oakland County
September 4, 2025 – November 13, 2025 Hybrid
The Michigan Conservation Stewards Program is designed for those interested in science-based ecosystem management principles & sharing this knowledge with others.
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Sep 8
2025 Conservation Stewards Program: Oceana County
September 8, 2025 – November 3, 2025 Hybrid
The Michigan Conservation Stewards Program is designed for those interested in science-based ecosystem management principles & sharing this knowledge with others.
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Sep 8
Michigan Cottage Food Law - September 8, 2025
September 8, 2025 6:00PM – 8:00PM Zoom Webinar
The Michigan Cottage Food Law, Food safety practices related to producing cottage foods and how to start a cottage food business.
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Sep 9
2025 Conservation Stewards Program: Newaygo County
September 9, 2025 – November 4, 2025 Hybrid
The Michigan Conservation Stewards Program is designed for those interested in science-based ecosystem management principles & sharing this knowledge with others.
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Sep 9
2025 Conservation Stewards Program: Alpena County
September 9, 2025 – November 11, 2025 Hybrid
The Michigan Conservation Stewards Program is designed for those interested in science-based ecosystem management principles & sharing this knowledge with others.
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Sep 10
2025 Conservation Stewards Program: St. Clair County
September 10, 2025 – November 12, 2025 Hybrid
The Michigan Conservation Stewards Program is designed for those interested in science-based ecosystem management principles & sharing this knowledge with others.
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Sep 10
Van Buren DIstrict Library - Hand-On Class: Picking
September 10, 2025 5:30PM – 7:30PM Webster Memorial Branch 200 North Phelps Street Decatur MI 49045
Join us as we explore the home preservation technique of pickling.
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Sep 15
Moving Beyond Cottage Food - September 15, 2025
September 15, 2025 6:00PM – 7:30PM Zoom Webinar
Entrepreneurs and cottage food operators can learn basic knowledge to guide them in the right direction for becoming a licensed food operator and Moving Beyond Cottage Foods.
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Sep 17
Van Buren DIstrict Library - Hand-On Class: Applesauce
September 17, 2025 5:30PM – 7:30PM Webster Memorial Branch 200 North Phelps Street Decatur MI 49045
Join us as we preserve home made applesauce in this hands on home foods preservation class.
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Sep 24
Michigan Cottage Food Law - September 24, 2025
September 24, 2025 10:00AM – 12:00PM Zoom Webinar
The Michigan Cottage Food Law, Food safety practices related to producing cottage foods and how to start a cottage food business.
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Oct 4
Michigan Beekeepers Association Fall Conference
October 4, 2025 9:00AM – 5:00PM Washtenaw Community College, Morris Lawrence Building, 4800 E Huron River Dr, Ann Arbor, MI 48105
The Michigan Beekeepers Association Fall Conference is a great place to learn about beekeeping and honey bee health!
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Oct 7
Michigan Cottage Food Law - October 7, 2025
October 7, 2025 2:00PM – 4:00PM Zoom Webinar
The Michigan Cottage Food Law, Food safety practices related to producing cottage foods and how to start a cottage food business.